When you think of porcelain, what's the first thing that comes to mind? Most people would say "countertops," and while that's true, there's so much more to this versatile material than just a pretty kitchen or bathroom surface. From fireplaces to interior walls to tailor-made solutions, porcelain is the perfect material for any home renovation project.
What is Porcelain?
Porcelain is a high-tech material made from a special type of clay known as China clay. This clay contains a high percentage of kaolinite, silica, feldspar, and other mineral oxides, which gives porcelain its exceptional strength and durability. The combination is then fired at an extremely high temperature (around 1400℃) to create a dense material that's nearly impervious to stains, heat, UV rays, scratching, chips, and cracks. To add a pop of color and pattern, pigmented glazes are added during the manufacturing process.
What Makes Porcelain So Special?
Aside from its strength and durability, one of the biggest advantages of porcelain is its eco-friendliness. Unlike other man-made surfaces, porcelain is made from 100% natural, raw, and clay-based materials. It doesn't contain any harmful chemicals or resins, making it a safe and recyclable option. So, after years of use, you can easily recycle your old porcelain counters.
Applications Beyond Countertops
While porcelain countertops are the most common use for this material, there are many other applications beyond the kitchen and bathroom. For example, the Edmonton-based PF Custom Countertops offers the Infinity brand porcelain that produces large porcelain stoneware slabs perfect for any type of architectural project.
Infinity porcelain offers tailored solutions to meet the needs of customers, architects, and industry professionals. Whether you're going for a modern, classical, or industrial look for your walls or floors, indoors or out, Infinity's wide variety of collections guarantees satisfaction.
Quality and Performance
Choosing the right floor and wall coverings means finding solutions that reflect your taste and work well with your furniture, as well as providing the right technical requirements and quality standards. The Infinity large-size slabs come in three thicknesses to meet any technical, architectural, and design need. These slabs are designed to meet high-end tastes while also being environmentally friendly, resistant to any type of chemical agent, fireproof, and extremely durable.
Wall Coverings
Infinity's large-size porcelain stoneware slabs offer a jointless solution for walls that are easy to care for without needing repainting when dirty. You can clean them with regular household detergents, making them a practical and stylish choice.
Floor Coverings
Say goodbye to gaps between tiles gathering dust and dirt, and hello to an eye-catching, highly scratch-resistant floor. Infinity large-size porcelain stoneware slabs are the perfect solution for all kinds of design problems. Whether you're trying to cover a commercial or residential floor, Infinity has the solution for you.
Price Comparison
When comparing the cost of porcelain vs. granite or quartz countertops, the price comes down to all the variables. While one material may not always be more expensive or cheaper than the others, porcelain countertops are usually cheaper than quartz and can be cheaper than granite. However, specific quotes from installers are needed for your installation. The good news about the cost of porcelain counters is that once installed, maintenance costs are extremely low.
In conclusion, porcelain is more than just a pretty countertop material. Its versatility, durability, eco-friendliness, and affordability make it an excellent choice for any home renovation project. Whether you're looking to add a pop of color to your walls, create a jointless and easy-to-maintain floor, or simply looking to have new countertops, porcelain offers so much more.
For over 40 years PF Custom Countertops has been making a difference in customers homes. Today they are making a difference to the environment through the brands they partner with, and the products they offer. To learn more about greener kitchens, come by their showroom.
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